Fire Systems Maintenance Supervisor.

Dartmouth College; Hanover (NH); On-site; USD 87,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Dartmouth College is seeking a Fire Systems Maintenance Supervisor to ensure the reliability of fire safety systems across campus. The role involves leading a team, managing projects, and maintaining compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates will have substantial supervisory experience, a technical background, and a commitment to safety and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of supervisory experience required.
• More than 8 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of NFPA Life Safety Codes needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Fire Systems Maintenance team and oversee maintenance of fire and life safety systems.
• Develop and implement emergency response plans and maintain documentation for testing and inspections.
• Coordinate projects involving multiple trades and manage budgets.

Skills

Leadership

Safety Compliance

Project Management

Education

High School or equivalency

Graduate of a technical school or Associate's degree

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy

Position Information

Posting date 06/19/2025

Open Until Filled Yes

Position Number

Position Number 1011350

Position Title

Hiring Range Minimum

Hiring Range Minimum $87,800

Hiring Range Maximum

Hiring Range Maximum $109,800

Union Type

Union Type Not a Union Position

SEIU Level

SEIU Level Not an SEIU Position

FLSA Status

FLSA Status Exempt

Employment Category

Employment Category Regular Full Time

Scheduled Months per Year

Scheduled Months per Year 12

Scheduled Hours per Week

Scheduled Hours per Week 40

Schedule

Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:00pm with overtime as needed.

Location of Position

Hanover, NH

Remote Work Eligibility? Onsite only

Is this a term position?

Is this a term position? No

If yes, length of term in months.

If yes, length of term in months. N/A

Is this a grant funded position?

Is this a grant funded position? No

Position Purpose

The Fire Systems Maintenance Supervisor manages the team responsible for maintaining and repairing all fire and life safety systems on campus, such as alarms, sprinklers, emergency lights, and backup generators. This role involves planning and scheduling work, supervising staff and subcontractors, ensuring safety and quality standards are met, managing budgets and supplies, and communicating with campus leadership and the community.

Description

Join Dartmouth as a Fire Systems Maintenance Supervisor and lead the critical work of keeping our campus safe! You’ll manage a skilled team maintaining fire alarms, sprinklers, emergency lighting, and backup power systems. If you have strong leadership skills, experience coordinating maintenance projects, and a passion for safety and compliance, this role is for you. Collaborate across campus, manage budgets and contractors, and ensure top-quality, efficient life safety systems. A working knowledge of NFPA Life Safety Codes and fire/life safety systems is required.

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp High School or equivalency

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Graduate of a technical school with working knowledge of NFPA Life Safety Codes and fire/life safety systems, or an Associate’s degree or equivalent experience in life safety systems.
• More than 8 years of relevant experience, or the equivalent.
• At least 5 years of supervisory experience.
• Must meet Dartmouth College’s Driver Safety and Motor Vehicle Policy requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of trades involved in maintaining fire alarms, fire detection, suppression systems, emergency lighting, and generators.
• Skilled in reading and understanding construction drawings and specifications.
• Experience estimating, scheduling, and managing projects involving multiple trades.
• Knowledge of safety codes, building regulations, and College policies.
• Ability to communicate clearly and work well with staff, college personnel, and contractors.
• Willingness to work overtime when needed.
• Proficient with computers and standard business software.
• Experience maintaining documentation for testing and inspections using software or filing systems.
• Commitment to completing and maintaining all required safety and trade-related training.

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries Jason Bergeron, Director Maintenance Services

Department Contact Phone Number

Department Contact Phone Number [e-mail]

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title Jason Bergeron, Director Maintenance Services

Department Contact's Phone Number

Department Contact's Phone Number [e-mail]

Equal Opportunity Employer

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?

Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job? Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy

Team Leadership and Performance Management

• Lead, support, and develop the Fire Systems Maintenance team, fostering teamwork, coaching, and professional growth.
• Manage performance, hiring, and mentoring of direct reports and coordinate effectively with other department managers to ensure smooth workflows.
• Promote continuous improvement by identifying and implementing process improvements that increase efficiency and reduce costs.
• Resolve conflicts constructively to strengthen team cohesion and maintain positive working relationships.
• Ensure all maintenance work follows safety, quality control, and productivity standards based on industry best practices.
• Maintain accurate documentation of maintenance activities, inspections, and work orders.

Percentage Of Time

Percentage Of Time 45

Description

Service Delivery

• Develop and implement emergency response plans to quickly and effectively handle fire safety system failures or emergencies.
• Use best practices and work order management systems to schedule, monitor, and review maintenance activities and performance metrics.
• Oversee the delivery of preventive, emergency, and planned maintenance programs that ensure the reliable operation of fire and life safety systems.
• Estimate costs for work orders as needed and ensure timely completion of maintenance work while managing risks and material availability.
• Communicate clearly with FO&M leadership and other stakeholders regarding risks, issues, and operational status.

Percentage Of Time

Percentage Of Time 20

Description

Customer Service and Relationship Management

• Provide excellent customer service by addressing concerns promptly and courteously, building trust with the college community.
• Manage relationships with contractors and suppliers to ensure quality service delivery.
• Serve as a point of escalation for service-related issues and work order concerns, resolving or escalating as appropriate.

Percentage Of Time

Percentage Of Time 15

Description

Planning and Budgeting

• Participate in the planning of capital projects with fire safety considerations and assist in developing annual maintenance plans.
• Manage the operating budget for the Fire Systems Maintenance Shop, including tracking expenses and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
• Oversee procurement and inventory of tools, supplies, and equipment needed for shop operations.
• Manage contracts and ensure third-party vendors and subcontractors meet performance and compliance requirements.
• Collaborate with financial staff to ensure proper fiscal and resource management within assigned responsibilities.

Percentage Of Time

Percentage Of Time 10

Description

Culture and Employee Belonging

We are actively striving to make Campus Services a desired place to work in the Upper Valley, a place where people feel welcomed, where they can be their authentic selves, be heard, and feel accepted. We want this culture to be felt by those who receive our services. The way we treat one another should be the same way we treat our customers.

• Demonstrate a commitment to inclusion and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
• Participate in division-wide CEB initiatives and training, including promotion of the 7 Principles (Empathy, Fairness, Dependability, Inclusivity, Consideration, Vulnerability and Respect).
• Willingness to foster a growth mindset in the areas of improving culture and inclusion across the division.

Percentage Of Time

Percentage Of Time 10

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-- Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.

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-- Performs other duties as assigned

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Tell us about your supervisory experience. How many years have you managed a maintenance team, what size of teams have you managed and how have you supported and developed your staff in your previous roles?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Explain your familiarity with NFPA Life Safety Codes. How have you applied these codes in your previous work to ensure compliance and safety?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * How did you learn about this employment opportunity?
  • Current Dartmouth employee (Please specify full name below)
  • Word of mouth
  • Mentioned on social, digital, or print media (e.g. LinkedIn feed, VOX, Valley News, listserv)
  • [e-mail] email outreach (includes Job Alert notifications, marketing emails from Talent Acquisition)
  • Recruiter (Please specify full name or event below)
  • abilityJOBS
  • Chronicle of Higher Education
  • Glassdoor
  • Handshake
  • HigherEdJobs
  • HigherEdMilitary
  • Indeed
  • Inside Higher Ed
  • LinkedIn’s Job Board
  • RecruitMilitary
  • Dartmouth’s Job Board (searchjobs.dartmouth.edu)
  • Other (Please specify below)
• If you would like to add more information to your answer, please specify here:

  (Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
Optional Documents
• Additional Document #1
• Additional Document #2

Dartmouth College Office of Human Resources | 7 Lebanon Street Suite 203 | Hanover, NH 03755 | Ph 603.646.3411 | [e-mail]